Education
Pragmatic Marketing
, Practical Product Management, Requirements That Work 2007-01-01 - 2007-01-01CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing
, Marketing for Non-Marketing Managers 2006-01-01 - 2006-01-01Video Symphony
, AVID Video Editing 1998-01-01 - 1998-01-01Portland State University
, Computer Science, Art 1989-01-01 - 1991-01-01Jefferson School of Performing Arts
Diploma, Drama, Dance, Computer Programming (BASIC, Fortran, Pascal, Cobol) 1984-01-01 - 1988-01-01Academy One
, Modelling and Commercial Acting 1986-01-01 - 1987-01-01Work Experience
Arm
Current
Arm
auticon US
2013-04-01 - 2018-06-01
auticon US
Tanzer Consulting
2012-10-01 - 2017-02-01
Tanzer Consulting
Global Graphics Software
2010-02-01 - 2012-10-01
Global Graphics Software
Arm
2005-01-01 - 2010-02-01
Arm
Tanzer Consulting
1993-01-01 - 2005-01-01
Tanzer Consulting
Movielink
2001-01-01 - 2003-01-01
Movielink
Sony Pictures Entertainment
2001-01-01 - 2001-01-01
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Hollywood Stock Exchange
1999-01-01 - 2000-01-01
Hollywood Stock Exchange
EarthLink
1998-01-01 - 1999-01-01
EarthLink
Skills
Summary
With over 32 years of experience in software development — including 5 years as a Director of Software Engineering and Product Management — I bring a deep, hands-on understanding of building, leading, and scaling high-performing teams. I’ve worked across the full software stack in both B2B and B2C environments, leading teams from as small as 3 engineers to as large as 48. I specialize in transitioning engineering and product management teams into collaborative, high-impact organizations known for delivering projects on time, on spec, and with a strong alignment to customer needs. My leadership style is rooted in Authentic Leadership principles, emphasizing transparency, integrity, and personal connection to inspire and empower teams. Drawing from my background in product management and quality assurance, I ensure that the voice of the customer remains central to engineering decisions. This holistic perspective strengthens product-market fit, accelerates development cycles, and improves overall quality outcomes. I’m passionate about cultivating product development cultures where innovation, accountability, and professional growth thrive. I’m excited to continue leading teams that not only ship exceptional products but also drive meaningful business outcomes. My personal passions are scuba diving, LEGO, mentoring people and companies, worldwide travel, challenging my preconceptions, and advocating for the Oxford comma. Any views expressed are entirely my own.